1991 Lexus LS vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lexus LS weights approximately 332 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Lexus LS (351 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy. 1991 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1991 Lexus LS 2010 Subaru Legacy
Make Lexus Subaru
Model LS Legacy
Year Released 1991 2010
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3969 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 351 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1483 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4735 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1506 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2751 mm